City Atty. Hydee Feldstein Soto emphasized that ‘This curfew order was enacted to protect public safety, prevent looting and burglaries, and enable our first responders to continue their herculean task of protecting our city and its residents.’ Her commitment underscores the serious implications of violating curfews during emergencies, highlighting both legal repercussions and the critical nature of public safety.
The men charged with curfew violations, caught in a restricted area during the early hours, face severe penalties including a $1,000 fine and potential jail time. These charges exemplify the city's strict enforcement measures in response to past incidents of looting that occurred shortly after the fires began, indicating a zero-tolerance approach towards such violations.
Hydee Feldstein Soto also stressed the need for public involvement in combatting price gouging, calling on citizens to report suspicious price increases with the statement, ‘If you see something, please say something. We rely on the community to help us uncover this unacceptable behavior.’ This highlights the collaborative effort required to protect the vulnerable during disaster recovery.
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